GREEK PASTA WITH MEATBALLS

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Recipe is from Cooking Light Magazine, Nov. 2009. Unlike traditional spaghetti, this recipe uses orzo pasta , ground lamb and feta cheese.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 38m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups orzo pasta, cooked
1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 lb lean ground lamb
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (divided)
2 large egg whites
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups marinara sauce (bottled, store bought)
3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook orzo pasta according to package directions; drain. Keep warm.
  • Combine breacrumbs and next 6 ingredients (through garlic) in a medium bowl; stir in 1 1/2 tablespoons parsley. Add egg whites, stirring mixture until just combined. Shape mixture into 12 (1-inch) meatballs; cover and chill meatballs 5 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs to pan; cook 8 minutes, turning to brown on all sides. Drain well; wipe pan clean with paper towels. Return meatballs to pan. Spoon marinara sauce over meatballs; sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 375 degrees F. for 11 minutes or until meatballs are done. Sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons parsley. Serve over orzo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 881, Fat 39.6, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 110.8, Sodium 1152.8, Carbohydrate 88.8, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 15.5, Protein 39.2

Sabir Soomro Music
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This looks like a great recipe. I'll have to add it to my to-cook list.


Martha Parada
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I'm not sure if I like the combination of Greek flavors with pasta.


Shoola Ayomide
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This recipe is too complicated. I'm looking for something simpler.


Shatter Proover
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I'm allergic to tomatoes. Can I use a different sauce?


Sabitritra Tamang
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I'm not a big fan of Greek food, but this recipe looks so good that I might have to give it a try.


Dakalo Mokoditoa
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This recipe sounds amazing. I'm definitely going to give it a try.


Zahid Sain
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious.


Lamiya Ahsan
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This recipe is a must-try! The meatballs are out of this world.


Rohit Chaudhary
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5 stars! This dish is a keeper.


Nahviana Riglioni
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This is my go-to recipe for Greek pasta with meatballs. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nikola Ivanchov
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I love this recipe! The meatballs are so moist and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Natasha Sid
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! My family loved the meatballs and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Rafsin
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I made this dish last night and it was amazing! The meatballs were so tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Rohan Tk
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This Greek pasta with meatballs was a hit with my family! The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


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